Sept. 6. Save-A-Life will be holding adoption events at the Habersham Street TailsSpin store in Savannah on Sept. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will also be showing pets at the Abercorn Street PetSmart store from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You can check out our pets on www.savealifepets.org. If you see a pet that looks like a perfect match, contact the person listed and and arrange a meet and greet session. Or just come to mobile adoption and see the pets there that day-window shoppers are always welcome!

PetSmart Charities adoption weekend

Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Come on down and find a lifetime of love. Find that purrfect buddy you’ve been looking for at one of the three local PetsMart stores: Southside Store at 11132 Abercorn; the Midtown Store at 1821 Victory Drive; and Pooler Store at 262 Pooler Parkway. See all of the loving animals looking for permanent homes during the PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend, Sept. 13 and 14 at your neighborhood PetSmart stores. Entry Cost: No charge to look. Each welfare agency sets its own fees to adopt. Contact: SaveALifepets.org or 912-598-7729 (Spay)

‘The Animal Shelter Showdown’

Sept. 15-Oct. 5. Grainger Honda of Savannah is sponsoring a contest called, “The Animal Shelter Showdown.” The main objective of this contest is to spread awareness for local animal shelters, increase pet adoptions and help out the many rescue organizations of Savannah. The contest begins Sept. 15 and ends Oct. 5. All people have to do is vote for their favorite shelter on facebook once each day and the shelter with the most votes wins! The winner receives $700, second place $500, third place $300 and each shelter receives a gift for participating. To vote, go to facebook.com/Grainger Honda when the contest begins. Click the “Like” button at the top of the page. Click “Allow” to register. Click the radio button next to your favorite rescue organization’s name. Click the “Vote” button that appears at the bottom of the list.

Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Noon-4 p.m. Sept. 21. Daffin Park. The Savannah Kennel Club joins the American Kennel Club in celebrating Responsible Dog Ownership Days, educating owners about how to be a good pal to your pooch. This is a free event for all dog enthusiasts and includes: Pet Show; Games, Activities, Free Raffle; Canine Good Citizenship Test; Microchip & Vaccine Clinics; Introduction to Agility, Rally and Lure Course for all Dogs; Ask the Vet, Groomer & Trainer Booths; Dog Related Vendors; Rescue Groups with Dogs Available for Adoption. The event takes place Sept. 21 from noon-4 p.m. at Daffin Park.

Coastal Pet Rescue seeks help

It’s been a long year for Coastal Pet Rescue, and with 99 canine intakes this year, it’s only going to be longer. So far, Coastal Pet Rescue has treated five canines for heartworms, and two more are still awaiting their turn, but help is urgently needed to fund the medical care. Although heartworms are preventable thanks to monthly medications, many of the dogs Coastal Pet Rescue rescues have not been kept current — if ever at all — on the prevention, and thus need the expensive treatments. Treatments can run $600 to $1200 depending upon the severity of the infestation, and since Coastal Pet Rescue does not believe in passing on the excessive medical bills for adopters and instead charges only a flat $150 adoption fee, there’s a lot left to cover. Donations may be made online at coastalpetrescue.org/donate or by mail to Coastal Pet Rescue, PO Box 30462, Savannah, GA 31410. For more information, contact Lisa Scarbrough at lisa@coastalpetrescue.org.

Rescue group seeks computer help, fosters

GRRR needs computer savvy volunteers who can transfer paper files to the computer, do flyers, calendars, and revamp our application, surrender, contract, etc. forms. We also desperately need foster homes. These would be temporary loving, safe havens until the dogs can be adopted. We also need heavy, durable blankets to use for beds, i.e. moving blankets. The usual dog beds do not hold up as they are stripped of the fuzz filling inside, and usually ripped to shreds rather quickly. Donations of food (Pedigree canned and Rachel Ray dry) are needed, as well as monetary donations to help offset costs of operations, medicines, toys, food, tags, treats, grooming, etc. For more information, contact 912-656-9792 or go to www.g-r-r-r.com.

Animal rescue volunteers needed

One Love Animal Rescue Inc. is a volunteer based organization located in Savannah. Our mission is to help abandoned, neglected, abused and unwanted pets by partnering with shelters, rescue groups and the community. We operate as a nonprofit organization with no paid staff members, and all donations directly benefit the animals entrusted in our care. We are seeking animal lovers to volunteer, foster or donate to the welfare of these abandoned and neglected pets. Please sign up to volunteer, foster or donate at www.oneloveanimalrescue.com or by calling 912-507-6125. One Love Animal Rescue, Inc. of Savannah, GA is a licensed non-profit 501(c)(3) rescue organization; all donations are tax deductible and directly benefit the animals entrusted in our care.

Save-A-Life seeks animal lovers

Are you an animal loving person who can give a few hours a month to assist during adoption days, to foster homeless pets or to participate in special projects? Save-A-Life, a licensed nonprofit animal welfare agency since 1967, could use your help. Let us know what your interests are. Drop by our mobile adoption desk any Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at PetSmart (11132 Abercorn St.) or on the first Saturday of the month from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at TailsSpin (4501 Habersham St.). Or call 912 598-7729 and leave a message for Susan.

Become a Humane Society volunteer

Be a part of a life-saving team by volunteering with the Humane Society for Greater Savannah. Foster parenting, behavior enrichment, special events and general TLC are all part of being an HSGS volunteer. Receive your “Success Kit” after completing the necessary training. Your T-shirt, leash, name tag, treat apron and Volunteer Guide will ensure your success in making a difference to each animal you encounter. Apply online at www.humanesocietysav.org/volunteer. For more information, contact Selah Dalacos at 912-354-9515, ext. 112, or sdalacos@humanesocietysav.org.

Pet foster home volunteers needed

Welcome an abandoned or neglected dachshund into your home for 2 weeks to 2 months. You provide food and a safe and loving environment. Dachshund Rescue of North America will approve and pay for needed vetting. You can make a difference in the life of a dachshund by helping a pup become ready for his or her “furever” home. Call Ellen Hatcher at 912-398-1892 or email ellenwh@bellsouth.net to learn more about this meaningful experience. You can make a difference in the life of a dachshund. For more information, go to www.drna.org.

Volunteers and foster homes needed

Volunteers and foster homes needed at Savannah-Chatham Animal Control, 7211 Sallie Mood Drive. Volunteers can walk, bathe, teach and play with the animals at the shelter. Volunteers to assist with the public and for office work also needed. Orientation is required; contact Diane at 912-484-4438.